The Vacation Edit: 7 must-have travel accessories for your summer holiday

Whether you’re about to embark on a luxury cruise or jet-off with your family to a private island, ensuring you’re packed with all your travel essentials is one of the most important tasks of planning a vacation. And while you’re sure to account for the basics – passport, cash, toiletries, etc – there are a few other things that can make your journey a whole lot smoother. Whether it is a new pair of sunglasses or a multi-purpose bag that can adapt to any situation, here we list seven must-have travel accessories you should consider investing in for your summer holiday.AVAIA Petit Crème Caramel bag by Liavella 

When it comes to shoulder bags, it is quite difficult to find the perfect size bag that can carry all your smaller essentials while also being compact enough to wear on your person. But Liavella’s AVAIA Petit bag, which comes in crème caramel and noir, checks all those boxes. Created for women moving between office and dinner, flight and meeting, each bag can be worn multiple ways and features premium, thoughtfully designed compartments to keep belongings organised, balanced and secure throughout the day. With its innovative 4-way multi-anchor system and refined leather pass-through, it transforms effortlessly into a hip bag, wristlet, handheld, shoulder, or crossbody bag. With additional leather straps, it can also be styled as a baby backpack, making it extremely adaptable for any occasion – but most importantly, travel.Passport holder in sartorial leather by Montblanc

Passport holders might seem like unnecessary accessories at first glance, but it is one of the most important things you can have on your person while travelling, because it saves you so much worrying when it comes to managing your travel documents. And if you’re going to invest in one, you should look no further than Montblanc. The brand’s passport holders in sartorial leather are both elegant and refined. They not only hold your passport but also feature two slots for your credit cards, offering effortless organisation and a touch of sophisticated ease to every adventure.Granville weekender by Carl Friedrik

A bag that seamlessly transitions from the sports club to the workplace, the airport to the overnight stay, the Granville weekender from Carl Friedrik is a bag with many possibilities, making it an ideal travel companion this summer. A spacious leather weekender encouraging on-the-go lifestyles from dawn to dusk that despite its generous capacity (33 L) retains a refined appearance. It contains an array of pockets, including a large exterior window pocket, to help organise daily and overnight accessories.Wash Bag in 4810 denim by Montblanc

If you’re a seasoned traveller, then you know the importance of a good toiletry bag, and Montblanc’s wash bag in 4810 denim is as good as it gets. Featuring a 360° zip opening, a leather top handle, two compartments, elastic straps and a zipped interior pocket for convenient organisation when travelling. Combining refined craftsmanship with travel-friendly functionality, the bag is crafted from a summery blue denim stamped with a three-dimensional pattern that draws inspiration from Montblanc’s Art Deco heritage. A stylish and essential accessory for your summer travels.Packing cubes by Carl Friedrik

One of the biggest issues we face when travelling is luggage space, but Carl Friedrik’s packing cubes can help you make maximum use out of your suitcase or carry-on bag, making this a must-have travel accessory this summer. They’re a set of four lightweight packing cubes intended to improve your travel organisation by compressing clothes and accessories, saving you valuable space. The transparent mesh top ensures it’s easy to identify specific items. They’re customisable too, and help you stay organised no matter where or how you travel.The Aygen sunglasses by MOSCOT

No vacation packing feels complete without a good pair of sunglasses, and the Aygen by MOSCOT is one of the best there is. A modern take on the classic eyebrow frame, it features a timeless silhouette and mixes smarts, style, and the right amount of sophistication. It’s built to turn heads – and shield your eyes from the sun, of course.The double cleanse kit by Cécred

Travelling can take a lot out of you – and carrying toiletries and hair products can be extremely difficult, especially with the liquid restrictions on flights. But Cécred’s double cleanse kit is the perfect travel accessory to ensure your hair stays healthy and hydrated no matter where in the world you go. Containing travel-size shampoo and scalp scrub, hydrating shampoo and conditioner, this kit provides everything needed for a double cleanse and conditioning routine that clarifies your scalp and strands while hydrating and nourishing for a hair reset. Security check-approved and scalp approved.

‘Isola Sol’ by Roja London

Conceived as an olfactive postcard from a faraway island, the Isola Sol by Roja London bottles the feeling of standing on a golden shoreline at the exact moment the sun reaches its highest point. Rather than leaning into nostalgic sunscreen accords, Isola Sol paints a more refined picture of summer: ripe Mediterranean fruits, luminous white florals, creamy coconut, warm woods and skin warmed by sea salt. With notes of bergamot, neroli and apricot alongside similar summery-scents, Isola Sol is available in 50ml bottles, and is the ideal carry-on perfume, especially for your summer travels – so you feel like you’re lounging by the ocean before you even get there.

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